A Sydney woman has been accused of exploiting the information of cancer victims, submitting fraudulent expense forms and pocketing the money.
Police arrested 58-year-old Sara Stig yesterday at her home at Freemans Reach, near Windsor, a home she shared with former partner Chris Thomas.
"Multiple patients – we will be alleging it's in excess of $200,000 that she managed to obtain," NSW Police detective superintendent Linda Howlett said.
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Mr Thomas claims he was blindsided by the allegations.
"Just in shock… [I] just don't know what to say," he said.
Police will allege Ms Stig, who held an administration position at the clinic, submitted fraudulent expense forms for a patient who had passed away.
More than $200,000 was allegedly deposited into her bank account.
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"All these years she's told me she's a nurse – told my family, my daughter that she's a nurse… then I find out last night she's in admin," Mr Thomas said.
The not-for-profit confirmed today that a former employee is being investigated by police.
"It is important we keep our focus on caring for each other, our patients, and the community," they said in a statement.
The 58-year-old will face court in June.